Jarrett Jack is a former professional basketball player who played in the National Basketball Association (NBA) for over a decade. He was born on October 28, 1983, in Fort Washington, Maryland, and attended Georgia Tech University, where he played college basketball.
Jack began his professional career in 2005 when he was drafted by the Denver Nuggets in the first round of the NBA draft. However, he was immediately traded to the Portland Trail Blazers, where he played for two seasons. In 2007, he was traded to the Indiana Pacers, where he played for one season before being traded again to the Toronto Raptors.
Jack played for the Raptors for two seasons before being traded to the New Orleans Hornets in 2010. He played for the Hornets for two seasons before being traded to the Golden State Warriors in 2012. Jack played a key role in the Warriors' success during the 2012-2013 season, helping the team reach the playoffs and advancing to the second round.
After his stint with the Warriors, Jack signed with the Cleveland Cavaliers in 2013. He played for the Cavaliers for one season before being traded to the Brooklyn Nets in 2014. Jack played for the Nets for two seasons before signing with the Atlanta Hawks in 2016.
Unfortunately, Jack suffered a season-ending injury during the 2016-2017 season, which caused him to miss the entire season. He was then waived by the Hawks in 2017 and signed with the New York Knicks for the 2017-2018 season.
Jack played for the Knicks for one season before becoming a free agent in 2018. He did not sign with any team for the 2018-2019 season and announced his retirement from professional basketball in 2019.
Throughout his career, Jack was known for his versatility and ability to play multiple positions. He was also known for his leadership skills and was often praised by his coaches and teammates for his work ethic and professionalism.
In total, Jack played in 867 NBA games, averaging 10.8 points, 4.5 assists, and 2.9 rebounds per game. He also played in 39 playoff games, averaging 9.8 points, 3.4 assists, and 2.7 rebounds per game.
Overall, Jack had a successful career in the NBA and was a valuable asset to every team he played for. He will be remembered as a hardworking and dedicated player who always gave his best on the court.
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